Entertainment
February's Literary Favourites: Writers and Readers Share Their Top Book Picks
Francis Spufford, Manish Chauhan, and Guardian readers discuss their February reads, from Claire Baglin's On the Clock to Melissa Harrison's The Given World and Tim Winton's Juice.
Sports
Manchester United Injury Update: Carrick Reveals 'Difficult' Situation with De Ligt and Mount
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick provides the latest injury news on Matthijs de Ligt and Mason Mount ahead of the Premier League clash against Crystal Palace.
Politics
New York Mayor Mamdani Makes Unannounced Trip to Washington for Trump Meeting
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is meeting Donald Trump in Washington on Thursday, an unannounced trip confirmed by officials. This follows Trump's recent praise of Mamdani as a 'nice guy' during his State of the Union address.
Crime
Man Charged After Axe Found in Bag at Manchester Central Mosque
Darren Connor, 55, faces charges for offensive weapon and drug possession after entering Manchester Central mosque with an axe during Ramadan prayers.
Business
Health
Weather
Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse to Illuminate Skies on Tuesday
A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon a deep blood red on Tuesday, visible from the Americas, Australia, and Asia. This celestial event won't occur again until late 2028.
UK Heatwave: England Warmer Than Benidorm Next Week
Weather forecasts indicate temperatures in England could reach 17C next week, surpassing popular holiday destinations like Benidorm and Ibiza, with southern and eastern regions set to bask in unseasonably warm conditions.
Saharan Dust Cloud Brings 'Blood Rain' to Spanish Resorts
A rare calima weather phenomenon is sweeping across Spain and the Balearic Islands, threatening holidaymakers with orange dust, hazy skies, and potential 'blood rain' as Saharan sand mixes with forecast downpours.
Durdle Door Beach Closed After Storms Destroy Access Steps
Durdle Door beach on Dorset's Jurassic Coast has been temporarily closed after storms destroyed part of the steps leading to the iconic limestone arch. The Lulworth Estate cited public safety concerns.
US Bomb Cyclone Closes Schools, Cancels Flights in Northeast
Winter Storm Hernando, a bomb cyclone, unleashed blizzard conditions across the northeastern US, closing schools, canceling over 10,000 flights, and leaving 650,000 without power.
British Isles Geography: Thursday Challenge
Thursday means geography challenge time! Test your knowledge of the British Isles with questions about landscapes, cities, rivers, and famous landmarks.